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Safavid Empire

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The Safavid Empire was a Persian empire that ruled from the 16th to the 18th century, known for its promotion of Shia Islam and its artistic achievements in areas such as architecture, ceramics, and textiles.

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